AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHousing & Finance: Saint Lucia secured an EC$54 million housing and infrastructure deal via the Saint Lucia Development Bank and Taiwan Eximbank, with 100% financing aimed at underserved families and public servants, plus climate-resilient upgrades like drainage, water storage and solar. Local Governance: Vieux Fort’s new mayor promises a “new era of local governance,” as leadership questions and pressure on officials continue to swirl. Social Development Fund: Opposition Leader Allen Chastanet escalated criticism of the Social Development Fund (SSDF), warning that confusion over constitutional processes risks “anarchy” and demanding clarity on SSDF finances tied to CIP funds. Energy & Trade: Government opened talks with fuel retailers on retail margins and sector sustainability, while the Chamber of Commerce set a September 3 executive luncheon to brief businesses on global change and trade realities. Environment: CYEN is preparing Saint Lucia’s International Coastal Cleanup at five sites, targeting marine pollution and better waste-management planning. Sports & Youth: Grande Riviere opened the Dedra Mathurin Multipurpose Court; Saint Lucia’s netballer Naija Ferdinand heads to a regional youth Olympic camp in Trinidad. Regional Politics: OECS says Lisa Jawahir and Lanien Blanchette’s acceptance into a pan-African women’s political leadership academy is a landmark for cross-continental diplomacy.
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